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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Free parking
- In-unit laundry
- Modern living
- Grilling areas
- Dog park
- Expansive windows
Location
1800 Collaboration Pl, Ames, IA 50010, USA
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Property Overview
Luxury 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now offers a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 7.9, highlighting its competitive pricing, exceptional amenities, and prime location. Notable features include in-unit laundry, expansive windows, and dog parks, enhancing modern living. With a focus on pet friendliness and suitability for remote work, this property ensures a high quality of life while maintaining transparency and trustworthiness in its management practices.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- More space
Great for
Pet owners
Work-from-home
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 701+ sqft | $1,295–$1,375 /mo | 14 units available | GET 2 MONTHS RENT FREE!** 3D Tour: https my matterport com show ?m=DMtxSGBqjoN *This is a tour of a unit with an identical floor plan. Discover modern living at The Catalyst—where comfort, convenience, and elevated design come together. Situated within the Iowa State University Research Park, Catalyst offers a modern-meets-urban living experience with thoughtfully designed one- and two-bedroom apartments featuring premium finishes, expansive windows, high ceilings, and in-unit laundry. Residents enjoy free parking, a private garage, with pickleball, a dog park, and grilling areas arriving soon. These units are pet-friendly for both cats and dogs, with pet fees applied. Trash and internet are included; residents cover electricity, gas, and water/sewer. **During the month of March, get two months of rent free when you sign a lease with a start date prior to April 1st. | |
| 2BR/2.0BA | 2 bed | 2 bath | 1,174 sqft | $1,695–$1,710 /mo | 4 units available | GET 2 MONTHS RENT FREE!** 3D Tour: https my matterport com show ?m=MaR4kVLEiFC *This is a tour of a unit with an identical floor plan. Discover modern living at The Catalyst—where comfort, convenience, and elevated design come together. Situated within the Iowa State University Research Park, Catalyst offers a modern-meets-urban living experience with thoughtfully designed one- and two-bedroom apartments featuring premium finishes, expansive windows, high ceilings, and in-unit laundry. Residents enjoy free parking, a private garage, with pickleball, a dog park, and grilling areas arriving soon. These units are pet-friendly for both cats and dogs, with pet fees applied. Trash and internet are included; residents cover electricity, gas, and water/sewer. **During the month of March, get two months of rent free when you sign a lease with a start date prior to April 1st. |
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Amenities for 2 MONTHS RENT FREE! Luxury 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now!
Apartment Amenities
| Garage Included | Premium Finishes |
| Trash |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Washer and Dryer |
Tech
| Internet |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Garage Parking | Outdoor Space |
Services
| Lawn Care | Snow Removal |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Garage Parking
Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 25 |
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Discover modern living at Catalyst—where comfort, convenience, and elevated design come together. Situated within the Iowa State University Research Park, Catalyst offers a modern-meets-urban living experience with thoughtfully designed one- and two-bedroom apartments featuring premium finishes, expansive windows, high ceilings, and in-unit laundry. Residents enjoy free parking, a private garage, and on-site access to Ames Fitness Center, with pickleball, a dog park, and grilling areas arriving soon. These units are pet-friendly for both cats and dogs, with pet fees applied. Trash and internet are included; residents cover electricity, gas, and water/sewer. During the month of March, get two months of rent free when you sign a lease with a start date prior to April 1st.
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
7.9
/10
Very Good2 MONTHS RENT FREE! Luxury 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now! is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
Price·7A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
While the monthly rent is more than the median price per bedroom of nearby properties, 2 MONTHS RENT FREE! Luxury 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now! has other amenities and features that might compensate for the increased price. The higher monthly rent potentially reflects a higher quality of living that renters might find here, compared to other properties in the area.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
2 MONTHS RENT FREE! Luxury 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now! stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
2 MONTHS RENT FREE! Luxury 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now! is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 2 MONTHS RENT FREE! Luxury 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now! does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
2 MONTHS RENT FREE! Luxury 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now! is great for:
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 2 MONTHS RENT FREE! Luxury 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now! compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 2 miles away
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 294 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 115 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 2 miles away
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Rent trends in Ames
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 47% higher than 1-bedrooms in Ames.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 2 MONTHS RENT FREE! Luxury 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now! to be 65% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Ames.
Median rents as of Mar 14 2026.
Ames
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $699 |
| April 2024 | $666 |
| May 2024 | $670 |
| June 2024 | $643 |
| July 2024 | $752 |
| August 2024 | $757 |
| September 2024 | $807 |
| October 2024 | $825 |
| November 2024 | $809 |
| December 2024 | $792 |
| January 2025 | $794 |
| February 2025 | $746 |
| March 2025 | $666 |
| April 2025 | $660 |
| May 2025 | $689 |
| June 2025 | $765 |
| July 2025 | $672 |
| August 2025 | $630 |
| September 2025 | $687 |
| October 2025 | $723 |
| November 2025 | $751 |
| December 2025 | $761 |
| January 2026 | $754 |
| February 2026 | $750 |
| March 2026 | $740 |
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Can I afford to live at 1800 Collaboration Pl?
Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$51,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $51,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,295.
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Schools near 2 MONTHS RENT FREE! Luxury 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now!
Mitchell Elementary School
3521 jewel dr
ames, IA, 50010
K-5Public
B+
Northwood Preschool
3012 duff ave
ames, IA, 50010
PK, KPublic
B+
Madrid Elementary Preschool
201 n main st
madrid, IA, 50156
PKPublic
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Getting around Ames near 1800 Collaboration Pl
Walking
3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1800 Collaboration Pl, Ames
Groceries
1/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
3/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
0/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk
High schools
0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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